About Kim Ki-tai
Born 1969. Kim Ki-tai is a South Korean baseball player.
Kim Ki-tai (; born May 23, 1969) is a former South Korean baseball player who played for the Ssangbangwool Raiders, Samsung Lions and SK Wyverns and is a former manager of Kia Tigers in the KBO League. He is generally considered as the KBO's best-ever designated hitter.
Career During his pro career, he was used primarily as a designated hitter, with occasional games at first base. As a full-time designated hitter, Kim won a home run title in and a batting title in . He is a four-time KBO League Golden Glove Award-winner as well.
In , Kim was a member of the 2000 South Korean Olympic baseball team which won the bronze medal in the baseball tournament.
Kim managed the LG Twins from 2012 to 2014. In late 2014, Kim became the manager of the Kia Tigers. In 2017, Kim successfully lead the team to Korean Series and was considered the best manager in the KBO League. On May 16, 2019, he resigned as manager.
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Who is Kim Ki-tai?
South Korean baseball player (born 1969)
When was Kim Ki-tai born?
Kim Ki-tai was born on 23 May 1969 in Gwangju.
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Kim Ki-tai is a baseball player.
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Kim Ki-tai is South Korean.
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